Ancaster weather in December (Ontario, Canada)

Will it be warm or cold in Ancaster this December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Ancaster typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 3°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -4°C. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.

Precipitation

Ancaster in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 72 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ancaster. May, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ancaster climate page with graphs.

 

Ancaster, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 72 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 25% *  

Data from: Hamilton, Canada (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in December

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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